National President of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc.
Eleni “Debbie” Evrigenis George was appointed National President of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc. by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America in October 2024, and was reappointed for the 2026–2028 term.
A third-generation Philoptochos member, Debbie follows in the footsteps of her grandmother, mother, and sister, and has dedicated her life to philanthropy and service. Before becoming National President, she held several leadership roles within the Society. At the chapter level, she served two terms as President of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Farmington Hills, Michigan, advancing the Society’s mission and its many worthy causes. She went on to serve as President and Treasurer of the Metropolis of Detroit Philoptochos under His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas. In 2020, His Eminence appointed her to the National Philoptochos Board, where she contributed to several committees.
Debbie’s lifelong commitment to Philoptochos reflects her deep roots in philanthropy, a passion instilled by her family. She was baptized at Holy Trinity Cathedral in Portland, Oregon, and later moved to Sacramento, California, where she became an active member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Along with her husband, John K. George, she raised their two daughters, Dianna and Christina, at Annunciation, with the family actively participating in church life. In 2010, Debbie and John relocated to Michigan, where they currently reside. Debbie holds degrees in Business and Fashion Design. She has had a diverse professional career, including roles at Merrill Lynch Capital Markets, Wells Fargo Bank, and as a substitute elementary school teacher.
Throughout her life, Debbie has generously shared her time, talents, and resources in service to the community. As National Philoptochos President, she aims to honor the organization’s rich legacy while leading it to new heights by embracing love, grace, and truth. With the support of her family and her Philoptochos sisters, she is committed to upholding the values of the Greek Orthodox Church and making a lasting impact on families in need and the less fortunate.
